The average train between Rochdale and Falkirk takes 6h 9m and the fastest train takes 4h 50m. The train service runs several times per day from Rochdale to Falkirk. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Rochdale and Falkirk. The earliest departure is at 8:10 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rochdale is at 11:10 PM which arrives into Falkirk at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer at Wigan Wallgate and take an average of 6h 9m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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5h 1m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rochdale to Falkirk? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Rochdale to Falkirk. However, there are services departing from Rochdale station and arriving at Haymarket station via Wigan Wallgate station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 9m.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Northern Trains Limited, depart from Rochdale station.
Rochdale to Falkirk train services, operated by Avanti West Coast, arrive at Haymarket station.
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The distance between Rochdale and Falkirk is 285 km. The road distance is 334 km.
You can take a train from Rochdale to Falkirk Grahamston via Wigan Wallgate, Wigan North Western, and Haymarket in around 5h 31m.